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Titleist TS Hybrids: Score from everywhere!

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7 years ago

Jul 30, 2019

Ryan Barath

What happens when you take the most played hybrids on tour and make them better?

You get the TS hybrids from Titleist.

Born from the same Titleist Speed project as the TS metal woods (which have won multiple equipment counts on the PGA Tour this year), the all-new Titleist TS hybrids bring more forgiveness and speed to two distinct designs: the TS2 and TS3.

Hybrids are a unique animal: They’ve been around for a long time yet and some people still refuse to give them a shot (Titleist has you covered with the U500 series U500 Series). Some people look at them as more accurate versions of fairway woods, while others think long-iron replacement. Regardless of how you view them, you’re right! They fill a spot in your bag for a specific yardage, and like any club, they are designed to maximize performance.

Most fitters would say hybrids are more a part of an iron set than woods although they share a lot of the same technology. Instead of trying to maximize “distance,” the role of a hybrid is more similar to that of a wedge—a scoring club, and that’s how Titleist believes you should look at them too. Proximity to hole is one of the most important parts of the game to shoot lower scores—strokes gained statistics prove that. Regardless of the club you are hitting, if you hit it closer and stop it sooner, you’ll see lower numbers on your scorecard. That’s what the TS hybrids are designed for.

More photos of the Titleist TS3 and TS3 hybrids in the forums.

Titleist Speed technology to score

Stephanie Luttrell, Director of Metal woods Development, Titleist Golf Club R&D

“By taking everything we learned in developing TS drivers and fairways and implementing those technologies into our hybrid platform, we’ve been able to improve our speed and distance performance while maintaining the incredible playability that makes these hybrids scoring clubs – that easy, consistent distance that launches high and lands soft, closer to the hole.”

The first thing many will notice about both of the new models is no more ARC (Active Recoil Channel) in the sole. Why? because they don’t need it anymore, or as Principal Development Engineer Tom Bennett said: “We engineered it obsolete!”

Speed comes from the face, and the faces of both the TS2 and TS3 hybrids are 16 percent thinner than previous 818 models. That 16 percent reduction in thickness means a substantial reduction in weight and greater flex across more area—the end result is more consistent ball speed across the face.

As I have said many times, golf club engineers work within a tight structure for the mass of each club, depending on what they are designing, a few grams here or there can mean the difference between compromising on something to create desired results and not having to compromise at all. By utilizing the latest technologies and materials there is no compromising—just optimizing.

The Speed Chassis helps save weight all over the club including the crown. This, in turn, allows for a lower COG and better mass positioning—end result being a 10 percent bump in MOI, higher launch, and lower spin. Lower spin might not seem like something you would want from a hybrid, BUT let me explain: ball speed equals lift and spin. Lift is good because it means a ball will elevate quickly (something you’re gonna want from a longer shot) but when spin gets too high, you can lose directional control in either windy conditions or on mishits. By creating the opportunity for players to launch it higher with less spin and more speed you create conditions for a more desirable and controllable trajectory. Control is a very good thing!

The Titleist TS2 hybrid

The TS2 was born from the idea of taking a well loved shape ( we’ll get to that shape in a bit ) and creating a hybrid for players that prefer the rounded larger shape of a metal wood. The TS2 hits the perfect balance between maximizing forgiveness and still offering complete playability for players with a more sweeping / shallow delivery into the ball. It has a lower further back COG to create higher launch conditions for those who need it.

So about shape. The TS2 might remind you of a club you have seen before: the 910H—well it’s no coincidence. When I pointed out this similarity to Tom Bennett, he had a great explanation. To paraphrase “hybrids are clubs people don’t switch too often, once a player has a good one and knows how it plays, it’s hard to replace it. Using extensive player feedback and looking at what older models people were bringing to TPI (Titleist Performance Institute), the 910 kept popping up as a favorite. When players prefer a shape it’s our responsibility as designers to refine it, make it better and pack as much technology and performance as possible. That’s how we created the TS2.”

The refinements are easy to spot: a much sleeker sole for better turf interaction, pleasing pear shape, and a sloped crown all improve performance—and that’s just on the outside. Plus, we can’t forget the tour-proven SureFit hosel to dial in exact lofts and yardages. With everything we already talked about going on inside the TS2, these are going to be big winners for a lot of players.

The Titleist TS3 hybrid

The TS3 is a different story. Designed to maximize speed and workability for players that hit more down on the ball, the shape is shorter front to back, taller in face height, and it has a more squared toe. Not only that, but the TS3 uses the adjustable Magnetic SureFit CG to further optimize shot shape for players seeking preferred trajectories—and that’s on top of the already proven SureFit adjustable hosel.

From address, you can see that along with the square shape there is a touch of offset from the hosel to the face to give it a look preferred by players looking for a true iron replacement. This also moves the shaft axis closer to the COG of the head, another way to increase workability without sacrificing MOI. There was even extensive player testing to determine what the grooves should look like and their length on the face, proving that no detail too small for Titleist designers. It all makes sense though when you are designing the number one hybrid on tour.

Specs & availability

Lofts for the TS 2 are: 17° (RH Only), 19°, 21°, 23°, 25°, 27°

Lofts for the TS3 are: 19°, 21°, 23°, 25°.

Just like the TS Series metal wood, the Titleist TS hybrids come with a huge variety of stock options to fit almost any players need, in addition to their industry-leading custom shaft options

KURO KAGE Dual Core Black 60 (High launch and moderate spin)
TENSEI AV Series Blue 70 (Mid launch and spin)
HZRDUS Smoke Black 80 (Low/mid launch and spin)
Even Flow T1100 White 90 (Low launch and spin)

The price for both the TS2 and TS3 hybrids is $279 and they will be available in golf shops around the world starting Aug 30th.

More photos of the Titleist TS3 and TS3 hybrids in the forums.

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Photos from the 2026 Memorial Tournament

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1 day ago

Jun 1, 2026

Ben A

GolfWRX is on site this week at the Memorial Tournament, with both Alistair Cameron and Tour Photographer Greg Moore on the ground in Dublin, Ohio, where a strong field is assembled to pay homage to the Golden Bear.

In addition to WITB galleries, we’ve already been treated to an in-hand look at Tommy Fleetwood’s new TaylorMade Spider putters.

Check out links to all our photos below.

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Tour Tech Rundown: Heroic Henley

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2 days ago

Jun 1, 2026

Ronald Montesano

Around the world, the golf wheel spun this final week in May of 2026. From New Jersey to Austria, with stops in Korea, Texas, and North Carolina (don’t let me route your next trip) the world’s finest put their golf games on display. There were three playoffs, some known commodities and some new talent. It was the sort of week that we hope to have at this point in the seasons. June and July afford double-digit major events, and perhaps, one of this week’s champions will use this success as a springboard to new heights. Time to run it all down, tech style, in this week’s Tour Tech Rundown.

Thanks to WITBHub, Today’s Golfer, GolfWRX, and Inside Tour Golf for initial research into equipment.

PGA Tour @ Charles Schwab Challenge: Heroic Henley denies Cole

Eric Cole did nearly everything that a fellow can do, to secure a first PGA Tour title. He stayed one shot clear of Ryder Cup player Ben Griffin. He kept US Open champion Gary Woodland and wunderkind Michael Brennan two shots distant. He posted 70 on day four to reach twelve under par. And then, Russell Henley revealed his Dr. Strange cloak. Henley made 47 feet of birdie putts on holes 16, 17, and 18, to jump from minus-nine to twelve-deep, and secured a spot in a playoff with Cole. The duo returned to the final tee, and put on a stripe show.

Both golfers found the fairway off the tee, and Henley improved on his regulation play with an approach to four feet. Cole did himself proud, tucking an iron to a dozen feet, but he was unable to convert the putt for three. Henley is one of the best putters on tour, and he proved it once more by draining a putt for a fourth consecutive birdie, and a sixth PGA Tour title. For Eric Cole, that first victory should come, and soon. He has done everything necessary to earn the chalice lift.

Henley’s Suitcase

Driver: Titleist TSi3 at 10 degrees. Shaft: Project X HZRDUS Smoke Black 70g 6.5 TX
Metal: Titleist TS3 at 16.5 degrees. Shaft: Project X HZRDUS Smoke Black 80 TX
Hybrid: Titleist TSi2 at 21 degrees. Shaft: Mitsubishi MMT hybrid 100 TX
Iron: Titleist T250 4-iron. Shaft: True Temper Dynamic Golf AMT Tour White X100
Irons: Titleist T100 5-6 irons. Shaft: True Temper Dynamic Golf AMT Tour White X100
Irons: Titleist T100 7-9 irons. Shaft: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100
Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM11 at 48 and 50 degrees. Shaft: True Temper Dynamic Golf Tour Issue X100
Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM11 at 54 and 60 degrees. Shaft: rue Temper Dynamic Golf Tour Issue S400
Putter: Titleist Scotty Cameron T5 Tour Prototype

LPGA @ Shoprite LPGA: Welcome back, Celine!

Soo Bin Joo had her eyes on a maiden LPGA title. She held the lead after two rounds, then hit a red light at the intersection of can-I and how-To. Joo posted plus-two on day three in New Jersey, and dropped to a T4 finish, which was still a career-best for the young Korean golfer. Instead of a new face, a familiar face returned to the top of the podium.

Celine Boutier was the It Girl in 2023. She collected four victories, including a major title at Evian. Boutier reached world number one status, then simply faded into the background. No wins came her way over the next 30 months. On Sunday, she collected LPGA victory number seven, at the same trace as LPGA victory number two.

Day three saw Boutier manage the windswept Seaview Bay course with six birdies and a bogey. She was challenged in the end by Thailand’s Arpichaya Yubol, who signed for a 66 of her own. Yubol came up one shot shy of the top ladder rung. Finishing in third place at -7, two back of the winner, was Ireland’s Lauren Walsh.

Celine’s Suitcase

Driver: PXG 0311 Black Ops Tour-1 at 9 degrees. Shaft: Graphite Design AD IZ-5
Hybrid: PXG 0311 Black Ops at 19 and 22 degrees. Shaft: KBS Hybrid Prototype
Hybrid: PXG 0311 Gen5.
Iron: PXG 0311 P Gen 4 5-9 irons
Wedge: PXG 0311 T Gen 4 PW
Wedges: PXG 0311 Sugar Daddy II at 50, 54, 58 degrees
Putter: Bettinardi Studio Stock 3 DASS

DP World Tour @ Austrian Alpine: KK? KK!

Kota Kaneko has a rhythmic name. It has strong vowels and a run of voiceless stops in its crunchy K sounds. On Sunday in Austria, Kaneko put a stop to a challenge from Portugal’s Ricardo Gouveia and everyone else, and claimed a first-ever title on the DP World Tour. Gouveia did well to reach 16-under par over four days, but Kaneko held firm, two shots in the clear.

Davis Bryant of the USA also forged a strong challenge for the win. He ended in a tie with Gouveia for second place. Kaneko began and finished his final round in a bit of a malaise, but he caught fire midway through. Birdies at 10, 12, and 13 provided the necessary cushion to cruise to the finish line without breaking a serious sweat.

Kaneko’s Suitcase

Driver: Ping Max G440
Metals: TaylorMade Qi4D at 15, 16.5, 21, and 24 degrees
Irons: TaylorMade P760 5 and 6 irons
Irons: TaylorMade P7TW 7-9 irons
Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design at 46, 52, 56, and 60 degrees
Putter: Odyssey Ai-One Cruiser Arm Lock #7

Korn Ferry Tour @ UNC Health Championship: Improbably Alvaro

Alvaro Ortiz may have had a bit of scare on the outward nine on Sunday, but he came through in clutch fashion in the end. Ortiz began the day bogey-double, and added another double bogey at the 11th hole. He was mired in a downward trend, spiraling away from the top of the leader’s board. Ortiz found hope at the 14th, where his first birdie of the day tumbled home. Inspired, he closed with birdies and 17 and 18 to catch Ross Steelman at 10-under par, and the duo returned to the 18th deck for overtime.

The extra session concluded in brief time. Ortiz, buoyed by his newly-retrieved confidence, hit the fairway with driver, then approached to six feet and drained the putt. Gobsmacked, Steelman could do little more than smile and applaud, as his run at the top came to a close. The victory was the first for Ortiz on the KFT, and will implant him squarely in the chase for a PGA Tour promotion.

Alvaro’s Suitcase

Driver: Ping G430 MAX driver at 9 degrees loft
Metal: Ping G430 MAX 3W
Iron: Ping iDi Driving Iron
Irons: Ping Blueprint S irons
Wedges
Putter: Scottsdale TR Piper C

A party on the green!

Alvaro’s time comes in Raleigh with his first win @UNCHealthChamp ? pic.twitter.com/2dmtZdbSzk

— Korn Ferry Tour (@KornFerryTour) May 31, 2026

LIV @ Korea: Me llamo Joaquin

Chile’s Joaquin Niemann had been away from the LIV winner’s circle throughout all of 2026. This week in Korea, he reminded us that he is still a force to consider. Niemann chased down Taylor Gooch over the closing holes at Asiad Country Club, then claimed victory with a hole-one birdie in extra time. Bryson DeChambeau claimed solo third, one shot in arrears at minus-eleven. Dustin Johnson finished on fourth, one putt farther back.

Niemann’s Suitcase